for Wegovy, administer if at least 2 days before the next scheduled dose
Gastrointestinal side effects are the most common and typically occur during the initial weeks of treatment or following dose increases: Nausea usually mild to moderate and often improves over time Diarrhoea Vomiting Abdominal pain or discomfort Decreased appetite this is partly related to semaglutide's mechanism of action Constipation Dyspepsia (indigestion) These gastrointestinal effects are related to semaglutide's action as a GLP-1 receptor agonist, which slows gastric emptying and affects gut motility
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Moderate Side Effects (Less Common): Symptoms that cause some interference with daily activities but remain manageable with simple interventions like dietary modifications, over-the-counter remedies, or temporary dose adjustments
This daily routine can be easier for some patients to remember and integrate into their morning habits, offering a sense of normalcy similar to taking a vitamin or blood pressure medication
